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VIG 1491

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

148,110 mi
Last recorded148,110 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIG 1491
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 148,110 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 140,946 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 135,536 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 125,441 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 17 Jan 2022 119,200 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 111,163 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 100,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 84,256 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 84,253 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 67,758 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 53,359 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 36,906 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 23,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches and outer sills unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

How Reliable is the Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 388,697 MOT tests across 42,208 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
6,478
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
42,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,217
Headlamp aim too high 2,528
Registration plate lamp not working 1,986
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,711
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,701
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VIG 1491 is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 69,751 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Cayenne fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIG 1491, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Cayenne typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIG 1491 registered?

VIG 1491 is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is VIG 1491 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIG 1491 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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